Five fast energy fixes
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Feeling sleepy? make your brain work faster. a study carried out at Princeton university in the states found that when people read written statements quicker, it made them feel more energetic and boosted their mood. Women spend the equivalent of 74 days a year sitting. and we’re often not doing it well. sitting in a slumped position increases your chance of lower back pain by 50%. so, sit up tall, engage your core, keep your ribcage lifted and legs uncrossed. this will allow you to inhale more oxygen and increase circulation. Plants absorb carbon dioxide and fatigue-inducing pollutants. Plus, they’ve also been shown to improve concentration and productivity by 47%. you might think a cold blast will jolt you awake, but in fact lower body temperatures indicate that it’s time to sleep. throw on a jumper to fight that drowsy feeling and keep warm.